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Wednesday, November 02, 2016

Cardin, Frosh shine spotlight on voter fraud in Maryland

Maryland Attorney General Brian Frosh (D) and U.S. Senator Ben Cardin (D-Maryland), speaking at a news conference in Prince George's County this week, put a spotlight on the issue of voter fraud in Maryland. "We've seen fraud committed in our state in prior elections," Cardin said.

Frosh cautioned voters to remain vigilant when going to the polls early, or on Election Day November 8. “If you encounter fraud or misconduct, let us know,” Frosh said. He advised voters to inform an election judge at the polling place, the State Board of Elections, and his office if they witness or experience any difficulties or illegal activity while voting. "We want all eligible voters to vote," Cardin said, "all eligible voters, regardless of who they vote for."

9:03: I believe that falls under "illegal activity," for sure. Inform all 3 if you witness intimidation, as he suggested. I was physically threatened at my polling place in 2008 by a voter from the opposing party, as I was holding a sign for my party's candidate, so I can tell you it does happen in Montgomery County.

10:42: Nope. There weren't any election officials outside at the time. The incident was witnessed by 3 people, and to their credit, the Democratic Party representatives there apologized to me, and condemned the man's behavior. I was further from the "no electioneering beyond this point" than the Democratic table, so no, I was not "too close to the polls."